Our prediction for this Bundesliga 2 match:
Darmstadt will be eager to bounce back from a heavy 4-1 defeat to Magdeburg as they welcome Karlsruher to Merck-Stadion am Bollenfalltor on Friday evening. The Lilywhites have struggled for consistency this season, but they remain a strong force at home, having secured four wins at home ground this term. However, Torsten Lieberknecht faces selection headaches due to a lengthy injury list, which could disrupt their game plan. Karlsruher, on the other hand, are high on confidence following back-to-back victories over Magdeburg and Koln.
Christian Eichner’s men have gained momentum and will fancy their chances against an out-of-sorts home side. That said, injuries to key players Hunziker and Sihlaroglu could limit their attacking options. With Darmstadt’s home advantage and Karlsruher’s recent resurgence, this clash promises to be a close encounter. Given the hosts’ defensive worries and the visitors’ growing confidence, a draw seems to be the most likely outcome in this 2. Bundesliga showdown. Taking everything into account, there is a big value in betting on draw.
Highlighted Team (Darmstadt):

SV Darmstadt 98 are a professional football club that compete in the German Bundesliga. Darmstadt were founded in 1898 and the club’s original name was FC Olympia Darmstadt. In 1905 the club changed its’ name to Sportvererien Darmstadt 98. Die Lilien (The Lilies) play their home games at Merck-Stadion am Bollenfalltor and the capacity of the ground is 17,000.
After spending 33 years in lower leagues, Darmstadt competed in the German Bundesliga in the 2015/2016 campaign, with the team finishing the season in 14th place in the standings, just two points clear of the relegation zone. Die Lilien wear blue shirts and white shorts and their main rivals are Kickers Offenbach.
The likes of Bruno Labbadia, Gino Lettieri, Zivojin Juskic, Kosta Runjaic, Lothar Buchmann are some of the most famous coaches that used to be in charge of the team in the past. It has to be noted that Darmstadt have won the Hesse Cup seven times (1966, 1999, 2001, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2013).